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Herbs Relieving Diseases

By Veronica Tripplethorn

Do you reach for a shot of ginseng when you need an energy boost? Do you sometimes unwind at the end of the day with a comforting cup of herbal tea? If so, then you are unwittingly using a naturopathic approach to treat ailments like fibromyalgia, chronic stress or insomnia. More and more people are experimenting with holistic treatment to common diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and even AIDS.

Asthma is a disease reaction caused by a trigger and over-stimulation of the nerves. The tissues of the lungs constrict and this makes breathing difficult. This excessive work makes the lungs tired. Garlic, turmeric and vitamin C have been shown to be mildly effective in treating asthma.

Breathing Exercises, Yoga And Physical Exercise May Offer Relief

These alternative medicines should be used in conjunction with spiritual relaxation. Some holistic healers believe that breathing exercises, yoga and physical exercise can give asthma sufferers tremendous relief. The Buteyko breathing technique was used to treat asthma in the former Soviet Union. This technique teaches you to review your options and habitually breathe less. This prevents breathing too much or hyperventilating.

The Buteyko technique also includes advice about relaxation and stress reduction, medication use, nutrition and general health. The Papworth method is a sequence of relaxation and breathing techniques that involves deep belly breathing, nose breathing and matching your breathing to suit whatever activity you’re doing. Some evidence suggests this technique significantly reduces asthma symptoms.

Dong Ling Cao

Because of the cost of traditional cancer treatments and their side effects, many people are exploring Chinese herbs to treat cancer. It is important to note that any treatment, for any disease, should be discussed with the presiding physician. Dong ling cao is being used to treat cancer of the esophagus, breast and liver, as well as for swelling of the throat, insect bites, snake bites and inflammation of the tonsils.

Yi yi ren is used by Chinese herbalists to treat cancer of the lung or spleen. Ling zhi is used to enhance the immune system. Specifically, ling zhi is known to increase monocytes, macrophages, T-lymphocyte cytokine, interleukin, tumor necrosis and interferon. These herbs help to relieve the side effects caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Treating Headaches With Herbs

Herbs aren’t just for serious diseases. They can also be used for everyday ailments. Headaches can be a debilitating experience for many people. According to traditional Chinese medicine, headaches fall into two categories. The first is a stagnation of chi energy in the head. The goal of Chinese herbal medicine is to remove the obstacle and reduce pain.

The other cause for may be that there isn’t enough chi in the body to be nourishing. The herbal medicine to cure the headache will depend on the source of the pain. For example, a stress headache will be treated with calming herbs while weather related headaches will be treated with herbs that push dampness out of the head’s meridians.

There are a number of natural cures available to treat diseases. Herbal teas are a diluted and mild way to take herbal remedies, but you can also get tablets, capsules, tinctures and ointments. If you enjoy aromatherapy, then you can even add herbs like chamomile to bathwater to ease stress. You can find more medical information online, at your local library, or by a naturopathic doctor. With your doctor’s assistance, experiment with different herbs and see which ones work best for you.

Please Note: All information given on this site is for general information purposes and is not to replace any medical opinion or medical diagnosis given by a qualified medical doctor, a dietitian/nutritional expert or any other medical expert, as individual circumstances may vary. Please see your medical doctor, before any action is taken to alleviate symptoms.

This Article was about Diseases.

About the Author:
Veronica Tripplethorn is an author of health, nutrition, dieting and weight loss articles including Celiac Disease, Holistic Health, Hollywood 48-Hour Miracle Diet, Massage Therapy.
Keep a lookout for more of her articles coming soon.

More Facts About Herbs...

How long do dried herbs last?
If a dried herb is stored properly it can last for quite a long time but that does not mean it is going to taste or act the same.

Most cooks and herbalists will tell you to keep an herb as long as it still has flavor. The shelf life of an herb also depends on what type of herb it is. If it is a whole spice it may last for up to four years. If it is a ground spice it may last two years.

An herb that is leafy may last you one year or up to three years. Whole herbs such as cinnamon sticks will keep their flavor for a long time. Also the potency of an herb plays a factor in how long it will last. Take for example cloves.

This potent spice can last for a very long time. The most important factor is that the herb is stored in a cool, dry place out of direct heat and sunlight.